intricate shape

collocation in English

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intricate
adjective
uk
/ˈɪn.trɪ.kət/us
/ˈɪn.trə.kət/
having a lot of small parts that are arranged in a complicated or ...
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shape
noun
uk
/ʃeɪp/us
/ʃeɪp/
the particular physical form or appearance ...
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(Definition ofintricateandshapefrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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Vaults have anintricateshapecomposed of multiple arches reminiscent of cathedral vaults, hence their name.
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Khapseys are fashioned into many different intricate shapes and textures.
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The low melting point together with the low viscosity of the alloy makes the production of small and intricate shapes possible.
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Sintering offers superior mechanical characteristics, whereas casting delivers higher magnetic fields and allows for the design of intricate shapes.
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Many intricate shapes and designs can be made by turning wood.
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While the others were distracted, he built a gigantic sandcastle, with intricate shapes and molding, resembling a cathedral.
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Any intricate shapes or patterns should be reviewed with the printer.
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These cylinders take up more space than gasoline or diesel tanks that can be molded in intricate shapes to store more fuel and use less on-vehicle space.
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This product is strong, can be cast into intricate shapes, but is too brittle to be worked, unless the product is "decarburized" to remove most of the carbon.
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By making these intricate shapes with machines, it was possible to repeat complex patterns exactly, and in unusual places, such as the inside plates of a hinge.
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Popular garnishes include fried shallots, sprigs of parsley or coriander leaves, carrots carved into intricate shapes or sliced chili sprinkled on top of the heaped rice.
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